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Which 2011 is Right for Me?
Published: March 20, 2025|By Staccato
Whether you're in the market for your first 2011, or your next 2011, choosing a specific model can be tricky without the ability to shoot them all side-by-side. The following summary covers every individual Staccato model currently available in our lineup, broken down by ideal use case, to help you find the pistol that best suits your needs.
For Those on Duty
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The Staccato P is our cornerstone pistol, the archetype of the 2011 shooting experience, and the choice of more than 1600 law enforcement agencies across America. Built for duty, but ready for anything, the Staccato P is a well-balanced, low-recoil pistol that’s easy to shoot and highly accurate. With a 4.4” barrel and 17-round capacity, the Staccato P is perfect for professional use or home defense.
Barrel Length: 4.4”
Standard Capacity: 17 rounds
Frame Material: Steel or Aluminum
Weight: 33oz (steel) 28oz (aluminum)
Recoil system: Full-length toolless guide rod
Price: $2499
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The Staccato HD line is the most rigorously tested, ruggedized version of the 2011 design, based on direct input from professional end users working at the highest levels. The HD features an array of internal and external design upgrades including a Series 80-style active firing pin block for additional drop safety, fully ambidextrous controls, and our updated HOST optic mount. The HD line accepts Glock-pattern magazines already in wide use among law enforcement and military customers. When you need superior durability without compromising performance, Staccato HD is the answer.
Barrel Length: 4”
Standard Capacity: 18 rounds
Frame Material: steel
Weight: 32oz
Recoil system: Buffered flatwire
Price: $2499 
ALL NEW: Staccato HD P4.5
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The Staccato HD P4.5 offers all of the hard-use features of the HD P4 with more refined shootability, thanks to its unique 4.5” sight block barrel, which places fixed mass at the muzzle to better balance recoil. This aids in recoil management, increasing shot-to-shot recovery and stabilizing sight picture, whether you use iron sights or optics. If you need a hard-use pistol with an edge in speed and performance, the P4.5 is for you.
Barrel Length: 4.5”
Standard Capacity: 18 rounds
Frame Material: steel
Weight: 34oz
Recoil system: Buffered flatwire
Price: $2699
Concealed Carry and Personal Defense
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The C2 was Staccato’s first double-stack carry model, available with an aluminum frame for reduced weight. It also features our multi-spring Recoil Master system and a shorter Officer Double Stack (ODS) grip module which accepts 16-round magazines for decreased “printing” when carrying concealed. If you are looking for a more compact pistol that still offers the premium 2011 shooting experience, the C2 is for you.
Barrel Length: 3.9”
Standard Capacity: 16 rounds
Frame Material: Aluminum
Weight: 25oz
Recoil system: Multi-spring “Recoil Master”
Price: $2299
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The Staccato C is truly optimized to be a one-gun-does-all solution and includes some design refinements such as the FlaTec frame, flatwire recoil system, billet steel external extractor, and a reengineered magazine purpose-built for 9mm ammunition. The Staccato C can accept a full-size weapon light and is available with either a compact or full-size grip. Ideally sized for duty, home defense, or concealed carry, the Staccato C is the best fit for those who want a single 2011 to fill multiple roles.
Barrel Length: 4”
Standard Capacity: 15 rounds (compact grip) or 17 rounds (full-size grip)
Frame Material: Aluminum
Weight: 26oz
Recoil system: Toolless flatwire
Price: $2599
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The CS is the smallest, lightest, 2011 available that still carries all of the innovation and ammunition capacity built into the larger Staccato C. The CS will accept optics and certain compact weapon lights, so you don’t have to downsize your capability. If you’re focused on concealed carry or space is at a premium, the Staccato CS will be your best option.
Barrel Length: 3.5”
Standard Capacity: 15 rounds
Frame Material: Aluminum
Weight: 23oz
Recoil system: Multi-spring Dawson captured
Price: $2499
The Best Models for Peak Performance
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The Staccato XL is one of our softest-shooting pistols. The 5.4” barrel and steel frame deliver an utterly smooth recoil impulse that makes rapid follow-up shots a cinch. The XL is heavily favored by competitive shooters who prize fast shots and easy hits. This model is especially suited for shooters who want maximum 2011 performance but may be restricted from using the XC due to rules regarding compensated barrels.
Barrel Length: 5.4”
Standard Capacity: 17 rounds
Frame Material: steel
Weight: 38oz
Recoil system: Dawson toolless
Price: $3599
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The Staccato XC is raw, unbridled pistol performance. For those who want a no-holds-barred ultra-premium shooting experience, the XC is the 2011 for you. Featuring our 5” “island block” barrel and a recoil system precisely tuned to work with the built-in compensator, this is the absolute fastest, flattest-shooting pistol in our lineup. This is the choice for anyone who puts performance above all else, regardless of application. The Staccato XC has been used by shooters of all types, from professional competitors to SWAT officers.
Barrel Length: 5” w/island comp
Standard Capacity: 17 rounds
Frame Material: Steel
Weight: 37.56oz
Recoil system: Dawson toolless
Price: $4299